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Police Officers & Detectives for TV Series

Job Description
A production is seeking both real and experienced police officers, as well as performers who can convincingly portray officers and detectives for a new season of a scripted series. Talent must be comfortable in law enforcement roles, professional in demeanor, and able to wear long-sleeve uniform looks. This scene focuses on authentic movement, posture, and presence, making reliability and believability essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers or detectives in various scripted scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain realism and continuity

• Wear long-sleeve uniforms (provided) and embody professional law enforcement behavior

• Maintain consistency in appearance and performance across takes

Requirements

• Open to real police officers and trained actors

• Must submit NEW, current photos and updated wardrobe sizes

• Must show current facial hair status

• Tattoos allowed if fully covered by long sleeves

• Comfortable in uniform and capable of portraying authoritative roles

Compensation

• Paid background role

Background Talent for Pharmaceutical Campaign

Job Description
A pharmaceutical commercial campaign is casting background talent for multiple scenes, including a basketball court, café, packaging facility, and hospital environment. These roles require individuals who can bring natural presence, follow direction, and maintain professionalism throughout long shoot days. Talent may only be needed for one filming day but must remain fully available until call times are released.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various lifestyle and workplace scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain scene continuity

• Provide subtle, natural reactions suitable for commercial environments

• Stay available for the full day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• Local to Nashville, TN

• White males ages 20–50

• Hispanic males ages 20–40

• Middle Eastern men and women ages 20–60

• Comfortable appearing in environments such as clinics, cafés, courts, and workplaces

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to up to 12+ hours

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours ($18.75/hr guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• May be booked for one or multiple days

Upscale Restaurant Patrons for Featured Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking upscale, trendy, and camera-ready men and women to portray restaurant patrons in a lively, modern dining scene. This opportunity is great for individuals who enjoy working on stylish sets and can bring polished energy and natural reactions to a non-speaking background role. Talent will help create the atmosphere of a high-end social setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a restaurant guest in an upscale dining environment

• Maintain a fashionable, polished look on camera

• Provide natural background reactions and movement

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Attend wardrobe fitting if required

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must not have worked on the hospital scene filmed on 11/26

• Stylish, fit, and comfortable appearing in a trendy restaurant environment

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set guidance

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background roles

Upscale Server Types for Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking stylish, upscale server types for a featured background role in a restaurant scene. This role is ideal for individuals who can embody a polished, professional look and maintain consistency on camera. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the final call time will only be released the afternoon before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale servers in a restaurant setting

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Provide natural, subtle background performance appropriate to the scene

• Stay available for the entire filming day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–35

• Females must be size 0–6

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Must be able to commit to being on set up to 12+ hours

• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a polished appearance

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr, 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Extras for Police Training Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray participants in a police-related training scene. Talent will appear in white shirts and help bring authenticity, structure, and realism to the environment. This role is ideal for individuals who can follow direction, maintain continuity, and stay professional on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray training participants wearing white shirts

• Follow direction from the production team regarding movement and positioning

• Maintain a clean, consistent look throughout filming

• Stay attentive and professional during all takes

Requirements

• Men: Clean-shaven, short hair, Chicago regulation mustache allowed

• Women and men of all ethnicities

• Ages 40–60

• Must bring or wear a white shirt as directed

• Must be available for wardrobe fitting and all shoot dates

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

Compensation

• Paid background role

Courthouse Background Talent

Job Description
A Nashville-based production is seeking featured background talent to portray courthouse attendees in a dramatic project. This role is ideal for individuals who can bring authentic, grounded energy to a courtroom environment and follow on-set direction with professionalism. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the exact call time will only be provided the afternoon prior.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as courthouse background in key scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Stay available for the full day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–60

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Comfortable portraying courthouse attendees

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set as needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr with 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking energetic extras to portray show attendees in a lively, crowd-focused scene. This opportunity is perfect for performers who are comfortable on camera, enjoy fast-paced sets, and can bring natural reactions to a film environment. Talent will help create an authentic atmosphere for key moments in the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a show attendee in a feature film scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Provide natural background reactions and movement

• Remain professional and engaged throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Male and female extras

• Ages 18–55

• Non-union performers

• Comfortable working in a crowd scene

• Reliable and able to arrive on time

Compensation

• Paid role

Job Description
A popular creator is seeking energetic extras to appear on camera as a cheering audience during a live speech. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy high-energy environments and can bring excitement and enthusiasm to a broadcast-style moment. Talent should be comfortable reacting naturally and supporting the atmosphere of the event.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as part of a live audience during a creator’s speech

• Cheer, clap, and react with positive energy on cue

• Follow real-time direction from the production team

• Maintain a lively on-camera presence throughout the event

Requirements

• Ability to perform natural audience reactions

• Comfortable being on camera in a group setting

• Reliable and able to arrive on time

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and professional

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• One-day engagement

Casting for True Crime Recreation – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN is seeking actors for several roles involving scripted violence, intense scenarios, and dramatic reenactments. These non-union roles require performers who can confidently portray strong emotional reactions and believable character behavior within crime-focused scenes.

Homeless Man — Male, White, 40s
An emotionally raw and grounded portrayal is needed for this role. Actor must be fully comfortable performing scenes that involve scripted violence and murder-related content.

Drug Store Manager — Male, White, 40s
A role involving authoritative presence and emotional range. Actor must be comfortable with scripted violence and crime scene reenactments.

Searcher 2 — Any Gender, Any Ethnicity
This role involves discovering a body and reacting convincingly to a traumatic situation. Actor must be comfortable with intense story content and delivering strong physical and emotional reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in dramatic reenactments with scripted violent and crime-related content

• Follow direction closely to ensure accuracy in true crime recreation scenes

• Portray realistic emotional and physical reactions

• Work collaboratively with production to capture effective scene performances

Requirements

• Homeless Man: White male, 40s

• Drug Store Manager: White male, 40s

• Searcher 2: Male or female, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder content

• Must be available December 3, 2025

• Local to Knoxville, TN or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100/day (flat rate)

Recital Attendees for Film Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women to portray recital attendees in a heartfelt community scene. Talent will help bring authenticity to a small-town environment by playing parents, grandparents, and supportive audience members. This role is perfect for those who enjoy simple, natural background work and can take light direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an audience member during a recital scene

• Provide natural reactions and background movement

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable portraying parents and grandparents

• Able to take direction and remain engaged during filming

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• One-day filming commitment

Child Double for Netflix Film

Job Description
A Netflix production filming in Atlanta is casting an African American boy to serve as a photo double for a young cast member. This role requires a child with longer hair or locs that can be braided back, along with the ability to fit a size 5 wardrobe. The selected talent will work closely with the production team to match the appearance and movement of the principal actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a photo double for a young cast member

• Follow direction from the production team during scenes

• Maintain focus and professionalism during filming

• Match basic movement and appearance requirements

Requirements

• African American boy, ages 4–6

• Must have longer hair or locs that can be braided

• Must be able to wear a size 5

• Must have GA Department of Labor certification

• Local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $225 for up to 12 hours

• Paid via production payroll

• Production follows all GA DOL requirements

Upscale Restaurant Patrons – Background Extras

Job Description
A major production filming in Chicago is casting upscale, trendy, and fit background extras for an upcoming restaurant scene. This is a great opportunity for individuals who can embody a polished, stylish look suitable for an upscale dining environment. These are paid, non-speaking roles, and no prior extra experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in an upscale dining atmosphere

• Follow direction from the production team

• Arrive dressed in trendy, upscale attire for the scene

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if required (approx. 2 hours or less)

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 20–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not have worked the Chicago Fire hospital scene on 11/26

• Must be able to provide measurements and clothing sizes

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra roles